Cabinet of Curiosities

March 2530, 2023
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LOT 801

Lot 801

Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier

Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier
Lot 801 Details
Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier

height 23 in — 58.4 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $14,400
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Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier
  • Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier
  • Massive Roman Marble Copy of the Hellenistic Head of The Dying Alexander, 17th century or earlier
Literature:

Haskell & Penny: Taste and the Antique (1981), 134

Note:

The interpretation that this is a representation of Alexander the Great in his death throes is derived from the Renaissance desire to find illustrations of history in ancient sculpture. Others have speculated that it may be a dying giant, comparing it to similar figures in the Great Altar of Zeus at Pergamon

About The Dying Alexander

CONDITION DETAILS

Old restoration to the nose. Loss to the upper lip. See images.

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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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